TM 10-6640-215-13
SECTION III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
Alphabetical Index
Paragraph Title
Paragraph
Assembly and Preparation for Use ........................................................................................................... ....... 2-7
Operating Procedures ............................................................................................................................... ....... 2-8
Preparation for Movement ........................................................................................................................ ....... 2-9
Shelter and Site Requirements ................................................................................................................. ....... 2-6
2-6. SITE AND SHELTER REQUIREMENTS.
a.
Site Selection. Select a site that provides or has the following features:
Ample space for maneuvering the vehicles that may be used to move and position a trailer-mounted generator
set and the Petroleum Laboratory.
Firm, reasonably level; well drained terrain;
At least 500 feet away from other areas of operation, and is not uphill or upstream from other facilities which
might be in the path of escaping fuel or vapor;
Not adjacent to low areas where dangerous vapors might collect;
Near a stream, a pond, or an established water facility. This provides an outside water source for the
Petroleum Laboratory water system, and aids in control of potential fires;
Easy access to road nets. At least one road should run in the vicinity of the Petroleum Laboratory .
2-7. ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE.
a.
Inspection. Inspect the exterior of the laboratory to make sure everything is in good condition. Check the
semi-trailer body, doors, rear axle assembly and front landing gear to see that they are secure, clean, and
correctly lubricated. Inspect the vents, water inlet, purge doors and the power input panel for damage. If damage
is found, notify your supervisor. Refer to TM 9-2330-362-14&P for authorized repair of basic semi-trailer van.
CAUTION
If the Petroleum Laboratory is not level some of the test equipment may
be adversely affected causing improper functioning or incorrect
readings.
b.
Leveling. Level the petroleum laboratory by use of the independently crank operated landing gear legs on
the front and the independently screw operated jacks at the rear. Check level with level at front, middle, and rear
of laboratory.
c.
Install the Boarding Ladders and Rear Platform. Lower rear platform into position. Remove the three.
boarding ladders from their storage rack beneath the Petroleum Laboratory. Place one three-step ladder at the
rear door and the other three-step ladder at the laboratory entrance door. Place the four-step ladder at the front
curbside (mechanical room door).
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